Lacebark elm peeling bark - Ask Extension
I have 2 lacebark elms and both are peeling the bark back. I don't remember them ever doing that before.
Knowledgebase
Lacebark elm peeling bark #270088
Asked August 14, 2015, 10:21 AM EDT
I have 2 lacebark elms and both are peeling the bark back. I don't remember them ever doing that before.
Cleveland County Oklahoma
Expert Response
This looks like normal bark shedding, which happens around this time of year, revealing the beautiful patchwork of a new layer of bark. For some forms, and in certain stages of the tree's life, it seems to be more dramatic than at other times. Enjoy the beautiful intricacies of nature!
